# 196. The Tokyo Train Joker Attack: A Halloween Nightmare

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Published: 2026-05-05T21:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In 2021, a man dressed as the Joker attacked passengers on a Tokyo train, injuring many and setting a fire. The attack exposed serious safety flaws and was traced to the attacker’s traumatic past. Inspired by a similar incident, the event deeply unsettled Japanese society. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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